3rd Friday Céilí Folk Dance - Lesson & Dance

Name: 3rd Friday Céilí Folk Dance - Lesson & Dance
Start: 2024-09-20T19:00:00-07:00
End: 2024-09-20T22:00:00-07:00
Location: 3300 SE Woodward St, Portland, OR 97202-1465, United States

Schedule

Fri Sep 20 2024 at 07:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

3300 SE Woodward St, Portland, OR 97202-1465, United States | Portland, OR

3rd Friday Céilí Dance Season Kicks Off with All-Women's Band in Portland
Portland's vibrant Irish dance scene is set to ignite as the 3rd Friday Ceili season kicks off with a spectacular event featuring the city's only all-women's ceili band, the Two Rivers Ceili Band. This powerhouse group of talented musicians, fast becoming Portland's most sought-after Irish dance band, will deliver an evening of driving tunes with fiddles, flutes, Uilleann pipes, piano, and guitar.
The event will take place on September 20, 2024, at 3300 SE Woodward St, Portland, OR. The evening will begin with a dance lesson at 7pm, making it an inclusive occasion for everyone, regardless of experience or dance partner. The Two Rivers Ceili Band will take the stage at 7:30pm, accompanied by Portland's own renowned Irish dance caller, Maldon Meehan, who will lead the dances throughout the night.
Event Details:
Date: September 20, 2024
Location: 3300 SE Woodward St, Portland, OR
7pm: Lesson & Dance
7:30pm: Live Music & Called Dances
Admission: $15
Music: Two Rivers Ceili Band
Calling: Maldon Meehan
This event promises to be a memorable night of music, dance, and community. Attendees are encouraged to come ready to enjoy an evening of lively Irish dance, learn new steps, and immerse themselves in Portland's rich cultural landscape.
About 3rd Friday Céilí Dance
The 3rd Friday Céilí Dance is a monthly event celebrating the joy of Irish dancing and music. Each session features live music, expert calling, and a welcoming atmosphere that encourages participation from dancers of all experience levels.